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What do conservatives truly stand for? Explore the founding principles of American conservatism, constitutional government, liberty, and why first principles matter more than the political issue of the day.
As America celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the final installment of 250 Years of Liberty looks beyond history and toward the future. The Republic We Choose to Keep explores why every generation inherits the responsibility to preserve the American experiment, defend constitutional liberty, and pass the principles of self-government, civic virtue, and individual freedom to those who will celebrate America's 300th anniversary.
As America commemorates the 250th anniversary of its independence, Part IV of 250 Years of Liberty explores why the American experiment has endured through war, economic hardship, political division, and social change. Discover how the Constitution, federalism, free enterprise, the rule of law, and the resilience of ordinary citizens have enabled the United States to adapt, reform, and preserve liberty for nearly two and a half centuries.
As America celebrates the 250th anniversary of its independence, Part III of 250 Years of Liberty explores the timeless truth that freedom requires virtue. Discover why the Founding Fathers believed the Constitution alone could not preserve liberty, and how civic virtue, personal responsibility, strong families, and engaged communities remain essential to sustaining the American experiment and the constitutional republic nearly 250 years later.
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View Archive →A Texas Tech graduate and former U.S. Army intelligence analyst, I've spent the last decade running liberty-focused campaigns, staffing Texas lawmakers, and working in public policy. I currently serve as President of Texas Policy Research, a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing transparency to the legislative process and advancing liberty-based solutions that improve governance across the Lone Star State.
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